Mon.Aug 12, 2024

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India’s Surging Role in Global Tourism: Key Insights from Earnings Calls

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Skift Take: The travel industry is making a global shift to capture India’s booming outbound tourism. From hotels and airlines to credit cards and digital platforms, everyone’s racing to cater to this surging wave of Indian travelers. As the market soars, the India opportunity is simply too big to ignore.

Tourism 318
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Athens Wildfires Rage During Greece’s Peak Travel Season

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Skift Take: If Greece doesn't get the wildfires under control, tourism could decline in the coming months.

Tourism 293
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Disney Announces Expansion in Cruises, Gaming and Parks

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Skift Take: As Disney's park attendance shows signs of softening, the company is betting on cruises and digital engagement to sustain its growth.

Tourism 283
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Q&A: How Global Hotel Alliance Has Empowered Independent Hotel Brands for 20 Years

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Skift Take: As Global Hotel Alliance celebrates its 20th anniversary, CEO Chris Hartley reflects on the journey of becoming the world’s largest collection of independent hotel brands, what makes the GHA model different, and how independent hotels can stay ahead in a competitive market.

Branding 281
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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to keyless entry, in-room entertainment, and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that

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Timeshare Giants Report Consumer Pullback – Here’s the Outlook for Vacation Ownership

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Skift Take: Could international expansion help offset sluggish growth in the U.S.? "Global" was the word executives said the most on earnings calls we reviewed.

Consumer 274
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How Streaming TV Is Driving Destination Inspiration

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Skift Take: Today’s consumers are increasingly inspired by their favorite TV shows and movies. By aligning ads with this engaging content, travel brands can reach consumers at pivotal moments in their planning journey and enhance conversion rates.

Consumer 274